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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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