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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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