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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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