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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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