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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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