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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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