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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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