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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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