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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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