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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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