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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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