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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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