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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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