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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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