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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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