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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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