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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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