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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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