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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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