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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning enable humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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