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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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