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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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