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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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