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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners 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 a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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