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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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