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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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