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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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