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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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