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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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