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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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