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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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