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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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