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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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