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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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