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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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