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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

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