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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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