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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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