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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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