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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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