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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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