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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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