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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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