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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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