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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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