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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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