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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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