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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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