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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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