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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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