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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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