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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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