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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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