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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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