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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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