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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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