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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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