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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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