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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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