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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). New advances in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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