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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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