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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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