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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning enable students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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