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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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