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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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