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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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