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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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