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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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