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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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