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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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