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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

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