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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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