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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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