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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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