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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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