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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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