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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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