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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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