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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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