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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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