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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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