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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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