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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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