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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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