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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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