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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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