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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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