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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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