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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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