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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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