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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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