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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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