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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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