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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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