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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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