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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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