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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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