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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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