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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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