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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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