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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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