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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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