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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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