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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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