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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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