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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online education have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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