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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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