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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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