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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning enable humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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