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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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