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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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