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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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