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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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