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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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