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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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