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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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