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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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