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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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