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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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