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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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