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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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