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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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