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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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