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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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