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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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