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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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