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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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