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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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