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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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