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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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