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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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