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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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