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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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