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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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