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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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