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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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