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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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