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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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