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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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