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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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