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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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