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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online education enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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