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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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