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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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