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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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