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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

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