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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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