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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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