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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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