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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

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