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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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