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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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