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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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