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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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