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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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