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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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