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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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