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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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