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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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