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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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