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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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