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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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