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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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