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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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