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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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