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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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