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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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