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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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