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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning enable students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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