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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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