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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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