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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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