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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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