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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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