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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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