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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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