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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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