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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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