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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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