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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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