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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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