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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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