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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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