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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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