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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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