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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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