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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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