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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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