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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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