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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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