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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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