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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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