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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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