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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

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