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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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