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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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