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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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