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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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