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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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