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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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