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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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