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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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