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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New changes in online education make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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