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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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