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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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