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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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