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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

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