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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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