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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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