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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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