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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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