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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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