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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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