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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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