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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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