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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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