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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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