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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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