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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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