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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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