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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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