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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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