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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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