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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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