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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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