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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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