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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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