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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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