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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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