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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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