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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education have empowered people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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