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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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