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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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