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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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