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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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