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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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