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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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