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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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