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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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