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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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