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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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