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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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