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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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