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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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