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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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