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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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