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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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