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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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