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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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