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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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