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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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