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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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