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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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