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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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