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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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