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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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