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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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