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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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