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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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