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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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