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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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