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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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