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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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