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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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