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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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