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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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