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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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