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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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