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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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