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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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