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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education are empowering learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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