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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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