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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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