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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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