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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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