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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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