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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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