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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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