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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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