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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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