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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning enable learners all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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