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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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