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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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