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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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