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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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