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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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