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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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