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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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