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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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