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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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