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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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