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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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