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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources