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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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