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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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