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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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