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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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