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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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