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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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