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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in digital education technology enable learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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