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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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