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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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