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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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