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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

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