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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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