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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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