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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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