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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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