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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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