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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources