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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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