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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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