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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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