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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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