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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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