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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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