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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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