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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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