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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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