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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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