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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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