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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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