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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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