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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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