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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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