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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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