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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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