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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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