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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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