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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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