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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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