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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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