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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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