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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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