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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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