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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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