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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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