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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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