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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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