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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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