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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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