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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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