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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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