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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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