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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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