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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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