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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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