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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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