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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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