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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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