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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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