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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high attrition?

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