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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

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