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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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