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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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