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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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