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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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