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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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