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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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