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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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