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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have enabled learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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