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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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