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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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