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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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