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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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