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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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