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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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