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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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