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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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