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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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