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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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