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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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