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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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