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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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