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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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