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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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