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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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