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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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