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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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