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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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