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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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