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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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