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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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