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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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