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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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