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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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