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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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