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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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