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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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