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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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