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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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