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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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