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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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