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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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