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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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