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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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