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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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