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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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