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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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