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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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