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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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