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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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