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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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