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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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