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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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