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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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