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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have empowered learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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