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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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