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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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