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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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