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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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