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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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