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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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