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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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