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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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