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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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