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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education enable learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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