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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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