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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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