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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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