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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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