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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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