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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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