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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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