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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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