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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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