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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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