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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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