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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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