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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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