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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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