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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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