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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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