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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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