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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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