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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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