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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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