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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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