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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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