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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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