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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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