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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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