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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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