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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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