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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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