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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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