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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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