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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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