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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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