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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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