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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Education