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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

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