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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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