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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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