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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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