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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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