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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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