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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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