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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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