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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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