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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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