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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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