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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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