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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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