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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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