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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic education technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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