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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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