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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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