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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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