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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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