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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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