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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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