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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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