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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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