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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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