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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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