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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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