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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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