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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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