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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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