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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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