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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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