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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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