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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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