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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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