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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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