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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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