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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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