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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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