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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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