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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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