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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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