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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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