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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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