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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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