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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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