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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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