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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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