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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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