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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

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