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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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