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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

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