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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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