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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

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