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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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