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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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