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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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