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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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