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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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