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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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