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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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