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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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